Finkelstein Award Winner
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The Finkelstein Award was created in 1997 by the late Mr. Albert Finkelstein and his wife Marilyn as a “hug” for a special person whose contribution to the field of inflammatory bowel disease reflects excellence, either through a particular accomplishment or through continuous efforts over time.
This year’s recipient is Dr. Fred Saibil. | Dr. Fred Saibil has been an invaluable partner in the mission to find the cure for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Thirty five years ago there was little information about inflammatory bowel disease. Children and adults were being diagnosed and left without adequate knowledge or support to cope with their disease both as individuals and as families. With the assistance of a handful of dedicated parents including Albert and Marilyn Finkelstein, these efforts led to a meeting which subsequently formed the beginning of what is now known as the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, with Dr. Saibil playing a key role as head of the Medical Advisory Board. From left: Dr. Saibil with CCFC co-founder Marilyn Finkestein |
Dr. Saibil’s areas of special clinical expertise include inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), colorectal cancer prevention, transfer dysphagia and nutritional support. He is well-known across Canada for his activities in education of the general public on medical topics via the media and through public lectures. His best-selling book, Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, which is available in many countries and on the web, was written for patients and their families, but has proven valuable to many physicians as well. In fact, a new edition of Dr. Saibil’s book has just been completed and is available through Firefly Books.